1985 Austin Montego vs. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Montego | 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | Montego | Blazer |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |